Ann "Mom" Carol Lawson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2024, in Norman, Oklahoma. She was born on October 13, 1938, in East Orange, New Jersey, to Harold and Mildred (Williams) Bostic.
Ann attended Newark High School in New Jersey before moving to Tucson, Arizona, while her husband Roy was in the military. Ann eventually settled in Norman, where she spent most of her later years. She had a passion for older R&B music from the 1960s, '70s, and '80s, and her favorite color was blue. Ann was known for her love of spending time with her family, especially enjoying "girls’ days" with her daughter and hosting gatherings filled with delicious food and laughter.
She was a guiding light to everyone she met, teaching kindness, respect, and the importance of family. Ann will be remembered as a wonderful mother, a talented bowler, and a person with a great sense of humor and a warm heart. Her cooking was legendary, and she took great pride in caring for her loved ones.
A member of St. Mark’s Church and the Women’s National Bowling Association, Ann was dedicated to both her faith and her favorite pastime—bowling. She married the love of her life, Roy Dean Lawson, on May 13, 1970, and they shared many beautiful years together until his passing on May 14, 2013.
Ann is survived by her loving daughter, Debra Paulus of Norman, OK; her grandson, John Roy Paulus, and his wife, Elizabeth Paulus; her cherished great-grandchildren, Raelyn and Waden Paulus; as well as five nieces, three nephews, and a large extended family of adopted children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Ann’s impact on her community and family will be remembered for generations to come. Ann will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Dean Lawson, and her son-in-law, Gene K. Paulus.
A gathering of family and friends for Mom will be held Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Primrose Funeral Service, 1109 North Porter Ave, Norman, OK 73071.
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